US Bridges

FAP 28 over Hell Hole Creek

Fair

Bledsoe County, Tennessee · .1 M FM Ninemile Cross RD · Structure no. 04SR0280045

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,435
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 28 over Hell Hole Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 28 over Hell Hole Creek in Bledsoe County, Tennessee. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,435 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,256 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 28
CrossesHell Hole Creek
Location.1 M FM Ninemile Cross RD
RouteU.S. Route 127
CountyBledsoe County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.70801, -85.10138
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,435 (2021)
Projected traffic4,256 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed62.1 mi (100 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$415,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 28 over Hell Hole Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 28 over Hell Hole Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 28 over Hell Hole Creek carry?

About 2,435 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 28 over Hell Hole Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 28 over Hell Hole Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.